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Alpha Galactosidase, Serum : 2003204

Mnemonic: A GALACTO

Ordering Recommendation:	Enzyme testing is reliable for diagnosing Fabry disease in males; it does not detect carriers. For carrier status, DNA analysis is recommended.
Methodology:	Fluorometry
Performed:	Varies
Reported:	15-22 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: Plain red or serum separator tube. Specimen Preparation: Separate from cells. Transfer 2 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.2 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen. Unacceptable Conditions: Room temperature or refrigerated specimens. Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 2 weeks

Reference Interval: By report
Note:	Results for this assay are not useful for carrier determination. Carriers usually have levels in the normal range.
CPT Code(s):	82657
Cross References:	Anderson Fabry Disease (Alpha Galactosidase, Serum), GLA Deficiency (Alpha Galactosidase, Serum), Soft AGAS (Alpha Galactosidase, Serum)

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